Transfer Market: Fàbregas Confirms Nico Paz to Real Madrid... or Como

Summer hasn't even officially begun, but the Italian transfer market is already buzzing, all thanks to Nico Paz. The midfielder has attracted interest from several clubs, but Cesc Fàbregas has made it clear that the player's future holds only two possibilities: remaining at Como or returning to Real Madrid. The Spanish coach thus dismissed any potential move to Inter, despite the young Argentine being linked with the Nerazzurri.

"Nico Paz will either return to Real Madrid or play for Como next season. We are very happy with him, and we'll see what happens in the next four or five weeks," Fàbregas stated in his pre-match press conference ahead of the clash with Cremonese.

The 21-year-old attacking midfielder was one of the standout performers in Como's historic season, helping the club secure European qualification for the first time. With 12 goals and seven assists, Nico Paz established himself as a key player for the Italian side and confirmed his status as one of European football's brightest prospects.

Developed at Real Madrid, the Argentine international could make an early return to the Merengues this summer. Real Madrid retains a buy-back clause valued at just nine million euros, despite the player now being valued at approximately 65 million.

After discussing the player's future, Fàbregas adopted a sterner tone when confronted with rumors linking Nico Paz to Inter, and particularly with the conduct of Javier Zanetti, the vice-president of the Milanese club. "Zanetti doesn't work for Real Madrid or Como. There needs to be respect," the Spanish coach fired back.

"Throughout the season there have been photos, messages, and many things. Ultimately, Nico is 50% a Como player. The only team that can say anything about his future is Real Madrid. The only thing I know is that Nico will not be playing for Inter," he asserted.